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Recreation

  1. Pre Kindergarten Outdoor Sports Ages 3-5

    May 17, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Turf Field

    This program will work on the fundamentals of Soccer, T-Ball and other games. The children will work on skills needed to play these games as well as learn about teamwork and sportsmanship in a fun, safe setting.

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  2. Junior All Sports Program Grades K-2

    May 17, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM @ Gymnasium and playground

    A fun and active outdoor program where students will take part in different sports such as lacrosse, soccer, track and field events and t-ball. Two weeks will be dedicated to each of these sports where participants will be introduced to the basics of each game in a friendly, non-competitive atmosphere.

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  3. Junior Creative Crafts Grades PK-2

    May 17, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM @ Classroom

    Glue, paint, color, cut, sprinkle, make a mess. It’s all part of the fun! Come and join us and meet new friends, as we create special works of art that you can treasure for a life-time. This class encourages creativity and teaches children to be proud of their accomplishments.

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  4. All Sports Program Grades 3-5

    May 18, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM @ Gymnasium and playground

    Students will gain fundamental athletic skills while working as a team to learn games such as soccer, lacrosse, track and field events and baseball. All activities will take place outdoors in an atmosphere which promotes good sportsmanship, teamwork, and most of all fun.

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  5. Junior Creative Crafts Grades PK-2

    May 18, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM @ Classroom

    Glue, paint, color, cut, sprinkle, make a mess. It’s all part of the fun! Come and join us and meet new friends, as we create special works of art that you can treasure for a life-time. This class encourages creativity and teaches children to be proud of their accomplishments.

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  6. Pre Kindergarten Outdoor Sports Ages 3-5

    May 21, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Turf Field

    This program will work on the fundamentals of Soccer, T-Ball and other games. The children will work on skills needed to play these games as well as learn about teamwork and sportsmanship in a fun, safe setting.

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  7. All Sports Program Grades 3-5

    May 21, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM @ Gymnasium or playground

    Students will gain fundamental athletic skills while working as a team to learn games such as soccer, lacrosse, track and field events and baseball. All activities will take place outdoors in an atmosphere which promotes good sportsmanship, teamwork, and most of all fun.

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  8. Junior All Sports Program Grades K-2

    May 22, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM @ Gymnasium and playground

    A fun and active outdoor program where students will take part in different sports such as lacrosse, soccer, track and field events and t-ball. Two weeks will be dedicated to each of these sports where participants will be introduced to the basics of each game in a friendly, non-competitive atmosphere.

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  9. Junior Creative Crafts Grades PK-2

    May 22, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM @ Outside of the Cafeteria

    Glue, paint, color, cut, sprinkle, make a mess. It’s all part of the fun! Come and join us and meet new friends, as we create special works of art that you can treasure for a life-time. This class encourages creativity and teaches children to be proud of their accomplishments.

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  10. Baton Twirling Classes (III)

    May 22, 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM @ Gym

    Participants will learn marching, basic twirling skills and dance moves. Focus is on hand-eye coordination, rhythm, and teamwork. Spring session participants will learn a routine for the parade. Instruction is provided by Miss Tracey Gangi Johnson. We will once again offer three sessions.

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  11. Pre Kindergarten Outdoor Sports Ages 3-5

    May 23, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Turf Field

    This program will work on the fundamentals of Soccer, T-Ball and other games. The children will work on skills needed to play these games as well as learn about teamwork and sportsmanship in a fun, safe setting.

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  12. All Sports Program Grades 3-5

    May 23, 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM @ Gymnasium or playground

    Students will gain fundamental athletic skills while working as a team to learn games such as soccer, lacrosse, track and field events and baseball. All activities will take place outdoors in an atmosphere which promotes good sportsmanship, teamwork, and most of all fun.

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  13. Junior All Sports Program Grades K-2

    May 23, 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM @ Gymnasium or playground

    A fun and active outdoor program where students will take part in different sports such as lacrosse, soccer, track and field events and t-ball. Two weeks will be dedicated to each of these sports where participants will be introduced to the basics of each game in a friendly, non-competitive atmosphere.

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  14. Pre Kindergarten Outdoor Sports Ages 3-5

    May 24, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Turf Field

    This program will work on the fundamentals of Soccer, T-Ball and other games. The children will work on skills needed to play these games as well as learn about teamwork and sportsmanship in a fun, safe setting.

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  15. Junior All Sports Program Grades K-2

    May 24, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM @ Gymnasium and playground

    A fun and active outdoor program where students will take part in different sports such as lacrosse, soccer, track and field events and t-ball. Two weeks will be dedicated to each of these sports where participants will be introduced to the basics of each game in a friendly, non-competitive atmosphere.

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  16. Junior Creative Crafts Grades PK-2

    May 24, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM @ Classroom

    Glue, paint, color, cut, sprinkle, make a mess. It’s all part of the fun! Come and join us and meet new friends, as we create special works of art that you can treasure for a life-time. This class encourages creativity and teaches children to be proud of their accomplishments.

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  17. Mens Summer Basketball - Legends

    May 24, 6:30 PM - 8:20 PM @ Saltonstall Basketball Court

    The Watertown Recreation Men’s Basketball League is now in the process of organizing for the upcoming summer season. The legends league will begin on Thursday, May 24th and end in the middle of August at the latest. The legends will again play on Thursdays at 6:30 and 7:25 pm. We are now in the process of securing players for the upcoming season. Remember to be a legend you have to be 30 or over and have played in the league for at least 10 years and have roots in Watertown and be approved by the commissioner. Please bring this form to the Recreation Department with a check for $125.00 before Monday, April 23, 2012.

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  18. All Sports Program Grades 3-5

    May 25, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM @ Gymnasium and playground

    Students will gain fundamental athletic skills while working as a team to learn games such as soccer, lacrosse, track and field events and baseball. All activities will take place outdoors in an atmosphere which promotes good sportsmanship, teamwork, and most of all fun.

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  19. Junior Creative Crafts Grades PK-2

    May 25, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM @ Classroom

    Glue, paint, color, cut, sprinkle, make a mess. It’s all part of the fun! Come and join us and meet new friends, as we create special works of art that you can treasure for a life-time. This class encourages creativity and teaches children to be proud of their accomplishments.

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  20. Baton Twirling at the Memorial Day Parade

    May 28, 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Starts at Mt. Auburn Street and Arlington Street End at Town Hall

    Walk the parade route with your fellow twirlers

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  21. Junior All Sports Program Grades K-2

    May 29, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM @ Gymnasium and playground

    A fun and active outdoor program where students will take part in different sports such as lacrosse, soccer, track and field events and t-ball. Two weeks will be dedicated to each of these sports where participants will be introduced to the basics of each game in a friendly, non-competitive atmosphere.

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  22. Junior Creative Crafts Grades PK-2

    May 29, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM @ Outside of the Cafeteria

    Glue, paint, color, cut, sprinkle, make a mess. It’s all part of the fun! Come and join us and meet new friends, as we create special works of art that you can treasure for a life-time. This class encourages creativity and teaches children to be proud of their accomplishments.

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  23. Men's Summer Basketball League Games

    May 29, 6:30 PM - 10:15 PM @ Saltonstall Park Basketball Court

    The Watertown Recreation Department Men’s Basketball League will hold its introductory meeting on Monday, April 23, 2012 at 7:00 in the Lower Hearing room in the Watertown Town Hall. The next meeting will be on Monday, May 14, 2012 at 7:00 in the same location. The League will begin on Tuesday, May 29, 2012. The cost of the league is $1250.00 with an additional $100.00 forfeit fee that will be returned if there are no forfeits. This will bring the total fee to $1350.00 If we owe your team money from last year, we will deduct it from this year’s fee. There will be three leagues offered: Papas Elite League: High Level Players - College Level Only Team must include 80% former or current College basketball players O’Brien Legends League: Summer League Veterans Only - Over 30. Sullivan League: - Medium Level - High School Experience and College.

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  24. Pre Kindergarten Outdoor Sports Ages 3-5

    May 30, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Turf Field

    This program will work on the fundamentals of Soccer, T-Ball and other games. The children will work on skills needed to play these games as well as learn about teamwork and sportsmanship in a fun, safe setting.

    More Details
  25. All Sports Program Grades 3-5

    May 30, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM @ Gymnasium or playground

    Students will gain fundamental athletic skills while working as a team to learn games such as soccer, lacrosse, track and field events and baseball. All activities will take place outdoors in an atmosphere which promotes good sportsmanship, teamwork, and most of all fun.

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  26. Junior All Sports Program Grades K-2

    May 30, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM @ Gymnasium or playground

    A fun and active outdoor program where students will take part in different sports such as lacrosse, soccer, track and field events and t-ball. Two weeks will be dedicated to each of these sports where participants will be introduced to the basics of each game in a friendly, non-competitive atmosphere.

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  27. Men's Summer Basketball League Games

    May 30, 6:30 PM - 10:15 PM @ Saltonstall Park Basketball Court

    The Watertown Recreation Department Men’s Basketball League will hold its introductory meeting on Monday, April 23, 2012 at 7:00 in the Lower Hearing room in the Watertown Town Hall. The next meeting will be on Monday, May 14, 2012 at 7:00 in the same location. The League will begin on Tuesday, May 29, 2012. The cost of the league is $1250.00 with an additional $100.00 forfeit fee that will be returned if there are no forfeits. This will bring the total fee to $1350.00 If we owe your team money from last year, we will deduct it from this year’s fee. There will be three leagues offered: Papas Elite League: High Level Players - College Level Only Team must include 80% former or current College basketball players O’Brien Legends League: Summer League Veterans Only - Over 30. Sullivan League: - Medium Level - High School Experience and College.

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  28. Pre Kindergarten Outdoor Sports Ages 3-5

    May 31, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Turf Field

    This program will work on the fundamentals of Soccer, T-Ball and other games. The children will work on skills needed to play these games as well as learn about teamwork and sportsmanship in a fun, safe setting.

    More Details
  29. Junior All Sports Program Grades K-2

    May 31, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM @ Gymnasium and playground

    A fun and active outdoor program where students will take part in different sports such as lacrosse, soccer, track and field events and t-ball. Two weeks will be dedicated to each of these sports where participants will be introduced to the basics of each game in a friendly, non-competitive atmosphere.

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  30. Junior Creative Crafts Grades PK-2

    May 31, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM @ Classroom

    Glue, paint, color, cut, sprinkle, make a mess. It’s all part of the fun! Come and join us and meet new friends, as we create special works of art that you can treasure for a life-time. This class encourages creativity and teaches children to be proud of their accomplishments.

    More Details
  31. Mens Summer Basketball - Legends

    May 31, 6:30 PM - 8:20 PM @ Saltonstall Basketball Court

    The Watertown Recreation Men’s Basketball League is now in the process of organizing for the upcoming summer season. The legends league will begin on Thursday, May 24th and end in the middle of August at the latest. The legends will again play on Thursdays at 6:30 and 7:25 pm. We are now in the process of securing players for the upcoming season. Remember to be a legend you have to be 30 or over and have played in the league for at least 10 years and have roots in Watertown and be approved by the commissioner. Please bring this form to the Recreation Department with a check for $125.00 before Monday, April 23, 2012.

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  32. Men's Summer Basketball League Games

    May 31, 6:30 PM - 10:15 PM @ Saltonstall Park Basketball Court

    The Watertown Recreation Department Men’s Basketball League will hold its introductory meeting on Monday, April 23, 2012 at 7:00 in the Lower Hearing room in the Watertown Town Hall. The next meeting will be on Monday, May 14, 2012 at 7:00 in the same location. The League will begin on Tuesday, May 29, 2012. The cost of the league is $1250.00 with an additional $100.00 forfeit fee that will be returned if there are no forfeits. This will bring the total fee to $1350.00 If we owe your team money from last year, we will deduct it from this year’s fee. There will be three leagues offered: Papas Elite League: High Level Players - College Level Only Team must include 80% former or current College basketball players O’Brien Legends League: Summer League Veterans Only - Over 30. Sullivan League: - Medium Level - High School Experience and College.

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Senior Center/Council on Aging

  1. Routine Foot Care

    May 17, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Watertown Senior Center

    Routine Foot Care by podiatrist, Dr. David Alper in order of sign-in starting at 10:00 a.m. The cost for this service is $20.00 payable to Dr. Alper. Insurance is not accepted.

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  2. YOGA AT THE SENIOR CENTER

    May 17, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Watertown Senior Center

    The class is done using a chair (no mat work) and provides a gentle stretch and limbering for the body and a restorative exercise for the mind.

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  3. MAY MOVIE MATINEE: THE IRON LADY

    May 17, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Watertown Senior Center

    THE IRON LADY An elderly Margaret Thatcher talks to the imagined presence of her recently deceased husband as she struggles to come to terms with his death while scenes from her past life, from girlhood to British prime minister, intervene. With Meryl Streep, Jim Broadbent, Richard E. Grant, and Anthony Head.

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  4. BEGINNERS COMPUTER CLASSES

    May 17, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Watertown Senior Center

    Sign up for beginners-level computer classes at the Senior Center. Classes meet once a week for an hour, for four weeks. The groups are small, and the pacing is designed for seniors with little or no computer experience.

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  5. BINGO AT THE SENIOR CENTER

    May 18, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Watertown Senior Center

    Low stakes senior bingo. A fun way to socialize with friends!

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  6. SING.JUST FOR THE FUN OF IT!

    May 18, 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM @ Watertown Senior Center

    The Mellowtones spring season is here, so if you like to sing, come on over! The group sings for fun, members do not have to read music, and new members are welcome!

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  7. TAI CHI SPRING SESSION

    May 18, 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM @ Watertown Senior Center

    Anyone, regardless of age or physical ability, can practice Tai Chi. Older adults may find it appealing because the movements are low impact and put minimal stress on muscles and joints. Tai Chi’s movements are easily modified to accommodate all levels of ability. And, although Tai Chi’s best-documented health effect is its ability to improve balance, it can also reduce stress, increase flexibility, improve strength and increase energy. Marie Favorito, founder and Director of Boston Healing Tao has over two decades of experience teaching tai chi to individuals of all ages.

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  8. SENIOR CENTER ART GROUP

    May 21, 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM @ Watertown Senior Center

    Open art group. Seniors work on their own projects and receive feedback from instructor, artist, Dawn Scaltreto. Bring your own water based paints, pastels, pencils & paper.

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  9. SENIOR BRIDGE GROUP

    May 21, 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM @ Watertown Senior Center

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  10. WATCH OUR WEIGHT

    May 22, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Watertown Senior Center

    The group meets weekly for support, and to socialize. Individuals weigh in (not mandatory) exercise to a tape, and participate in a talk about nutrition led by long-time volunteer, Evelyn Casey.

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  11. LINE DANCING AT THE SENIOR CENTER!

    May 22, 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM @ Watertown Senior Center

    Manny Carrera leads a rousing session of line dances for seniors every Tuesday morning! Stop by and see for yourself!

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  12. CRIBBAGE AT THE SENIOR CENTER

    May 22, 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM @ Watertown Senior Center

    Drop in play. The group meets every week and welcomes new players!

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  13. LEGISLATIVE UPDATE

    May 23, 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM @ Watertown Senior Center

    Find out what’s happening on Beacon Hill when our State Representative, Jonathan Hecht visits the Senior Center. Rep. Hecht serves as vice-chair on the Joint Committee on Elder Affairs and is looking forward to answering your questions. Join us!

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  14. WHIST AT THE SENIOR CENTER

    May 23, 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM @ Watertown Senior Center

    The group meets weekly to play whist weekly and socialize!

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  15. Blood Pressure

    May 24, 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM @ Watertown Senior Center

    Blood Pressure by Betty Shanley, R.N. from CareGroup Home Care in order of sign-in starting at 9:30 a.m. There is no charge for this service but donations are always appreciated.

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  16. YOGA AT THE SENIOR CENTER

    May 24, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Watertown Senior Center

    The class is done using a chair (no mat work) and provides a gentle stretch and limbering for the body and a restorative exercise for the mind.

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  17. MAY MOVIE MATINEE: MY WEEK WITH MARILYN

    May 24, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Watertown Senior Center

    Based on Colin Clark's memoir, the story of the enchanted week that the then-lowly production assistant spent with the most famous celebrity of the era during the production of the classic 1957 comedy romance The Prince and the Showgirl. Young Clark seizes the opportunity to befriend the platinum blonde beauty, and give her a taste of everyday life in England

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  18. BEGINNERS COMPUTER CLASSES

    May 24, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Watertown Senior Center

    Sign up for beginners-level computer classes at the Senior Center. Classes meet once a week for an hour, for four weeks. The groups are small, and the pacing is designed for seniors with little or no computer experience.

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  19. BINGO AT THE SENIOR CENTER

    May 25, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Watertown Senior Center

    Low stakes senior bingo. A fun way to socialize with friends!

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  20. SING.JUST FOR THE FUN OF IT!

    May 25, 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM @ Watertown Senior Center

    The Mellowtones spring season is here, so if you like to sing, come on over! The group sings for fun, members do not have to read music, and new members are welcome!

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  21. TAI CHI SPRING SESSION

    May 25, 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM @ Watertown Senior Center

    Anyone, regardless of age or physical ability, can practice Tai Chi. Older adults may find it appealing because the movements are low impact and put minimal stress on muscles and joints. Tai Chi’s movements are easily modified to accommodate all levels of ability. And, although Tai Chi’s best-documented health effect is its ability to improve balance, it can also reduce stress, increase flexibility, improve strength and increase energy. Marie Favorito, founder and Director of Boston Healing Tao has over two decades of experience teaching tai chi to individuals of all ages.

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  22. WATCH OUR WEIGHT

    May 29, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Watertown Senior Center

    The group meets weekly for support, and to socialize. Individuals weigh in (not mandatory) exercise to a tape, and participate in a talk about nutrition led by long-time volunteer, Evelyn Casey.

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  23. LINE DANCING AT THE SENIOR CENTER!

    May 29, 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM @ Watertown Senior Center

    Manny Carrera leads a rousing session of line dances for seniors every Tuesday morning! Stop by and see for yourself!

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  24. CRIBBAGE AT THE SENIOR CENTER

    May 29, 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM @ Watertown Senior Center

    Drop in play. The group meets every week and welcomes new players!

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  25. GREATEST BROADWAY!

    May 30, 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM @ Watertown Senior Center

    Come to the Senior Center for a concert by pianist Carole Graves. Ms. Graves will treat us to a selection of show tunes from some of Broadway’s greatest hits including “Sound of Music,’ ‘My Fair Lady,’ ‘Chicago,’ and more!

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  26. WHIST AT THE SENIOR CENTER

    May 30, 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM @ Watertown Senior Center

    The group meets weekly to play whist weekly and socialize!

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  27. YOGA AT THE SENIOR CENTER

    May 31, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Watertown Senior Center

    The class is done using a chair (no mat work) and provides a gentle stretch and limbering for the body and a restorative exercise for the mind.

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  28. BEGINNERS COMPUTER CLASSES

    May 31, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Watertown Senior Center

    Sign up for beginners-level computer classes at the Senior Center. Classes meet once a week for an hour, for four weeks. The groups are small, and the pacing is designed for seniors with little or no computer experience.

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Town Calendar

  1. Licensing Board, Public Hearing

    May 17, 7:15 PM - 10:00 PM @ Philip Pane Hearing Room

    Public Hearing

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  2. Household Hazardous Waste Collection

    May 19, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM @ Minuteman Hazardous Products Facility

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  3. Town Council

    May 22, 7:15 PM - 10:00 PM @ Richard E. Mastrangelo Council Chamber

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  4. Fiscal Year 2013 Budget Hearing

    May 22, 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM @ Richard E. Mastrangelo Council Chamber

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  5. Historic District Commission

    May 23, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ Town of Watertown, Administration Building, Philip Pane Hearing Room, Lower Level 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA

    Historic Distric Commission Meeting

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  6. Zoning Board of Appeals

    May 23, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ Town Hall Administration Building

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  7. Historic Preservation Awards Ceremony

    May 24, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ Commander's Mansion

    Historic Preservation Awards Ceremony - the winners of the 7 categories will be presented at the Commander's Mansion

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  8. Monthly Recycling Advisory Committee Meeting

    May 24, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM @ Department of Public Works

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  9. Town Administration Building Closed for Memorial Day

    May 28, All Day

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  10. Memorial Day Parade

    May 28, 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

    The Town's Annual Memorial Day Parade will take place on May 28, 2012. For those wishing to participate please contact the Town Manager's Office.

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  11. Fiscal Year 2013 Budget Hearing

    May 29, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM @ Richard E. Mastrangelo Council Chamber

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  12. Fiscal Year 2013 Budget Hearing

    May 31, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM @ Richard E. Mastrangelo Council Chamber

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Town Clerk

  1. Licensing Board, Public Hearing

    May 17, 7:15 PM - 10:00 PM @ Philip Pane Hearing Room

    Public Hearing

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